The best family-friendly activities in Alaska for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

A scenic 11-mile rafting trip awaits near the entrance of Denali National Park, blending breathtaking views with a hint of whitewater excitement. This beginner-friendly adventure...
$159

Your adventure begins the moment you arrive at Snowhook, where your retired sled dogs—many of them Iditarod veterans—will welcome you with wagging tails. After getting...
$159

Musher's Camp® and S'More Roasting
We will pick you up on the dock right off your cruise ship. Your guides will be in green and holding a sign for your...
$157

Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch
Your 3 hour whale watching adventure begins when you board a coach bus that departs downtown Juneau from the Mt. Roberts Tram parking lot. A...
$156

The most intimate summer dog sledding experience in Alaska! Our carts are specifically for dog mushing and seat just two people each for an authentic...
$155

Experience the thrill of riding in one of Alaska's oldest modes of transportation! The dogsled! Towns, villages and lifestyles were created using the traditional style...
$155

Small, intimate groups — personalized attention and a quieter trail experience. One‑on‑one time with dogs and guide — hands‑on introductions, stories, and tailored interactions. Award‑winning...
$155

Ice Fishing in Fairbanks
• Alaskan-Style Ice Fishing Experience We are a licensed and insured ice fishing tour operator offering an unforgettable ice fishing experience in a cozy, heated...
$155

Whale Watching Adventure in Juneau
Although we are the original whale-watching company in Juneau (operating since 1994), we are still small and family-owned and operated! We want you to feel...
$154

Discover Alaska's enigmatic wilderness on a thrilling 3-hour, 4WD adventure from Healy. Join your guide on a spectacular tour of the Alaskan wilderness. Take charge...
$153

Discover the wonders of Resurrection Bay on this captain-narrated, half-day adventure. Depart from Seward to marvel at massive glaciers, cruise beside rugged cliffs, spot soaring...
$150

When your cruise ship docks in Ketchikan, spend your time in port soaring through treetops in an Alaskan rainforest! On this exciting zipline and canopy...
$150

